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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1972
Page
2
Editorial argues Motorola seeks public accountability for hospital costs in Maricopa County. It cites rising medical charges, questions why Valley rates differ, and notes hospital boards and administrators may push unnecessary facilities or wasteful spending.
Senator George McGovern has long urged election reforms including income disclosure for major candidates. He recently released a public report showing modest wealth and little potential for financial influence, hoping others will follow and bolster public trust.
Nixon aides concede Haldeman wields unwieldy power and resolved to ignore the affair. They fault his NBC Today interview while fearing it echoes the old Nixon and undermines Muskie menacing his Illinois primary bid.
The Progress calls for letters to the editor limited to 400 words and asks writers to include their name and home address for verification. Preference is given to typewritten submissions.
A reader from Scottsdale criticizes lingering litter after Parada del Sol and links it to parental responsibility. She thanks teens for cleanup efforts but laments general apathy and calls for home example to foster ecology and pollution discipline.
Robert D. Fingers lauds Mayor Tims and the City Council for flood assistance after the Labor Day flood. He notes measures to pump basements, clear debris, obtain federally backed flood insurance, and prevent further disasters, while thanking officials for their dedication.
An article extols a new intercity express mail network with guaranteed delivery by 10 a.m. for items dropped before 5 p.m. The scheme spans 33 cities, with key hubs in Atlanta and Washington, D.C., and notes variable window access in major cities. Pricing and conditions are outlined, including no home delivery, no insurance, and a 15 day return window.
Voters seek clear positions from mayor and four city council candidates on the Godzilla Folly project and the federally funded garbage collection plan. Robert E. Deepe requests published responses to help Feb 22 election decisions and opposes alley four-family containers near his home.
A Scottsdale resident criticizes the Forum slate for mudslinging in the city council race. Independent candidate Hugh Mehard denounces the tactics as childish and unbecoming, accusing their campaign manager of orchestrating the move for publicity.
The Senate on Wednesday passed a House authorized bill aimed at demanding able bodied recipients work for welfare checks. The Toledo Times reports the measure seeks to tighten requirements and reduce dependency through mandated employment or work programs.
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